AUC3I Daily Briefing 04-19-2024 On the WAR in Ukraine

Understanding The War In Europe _ Analyzing the situation on the ground with by way of an introduction, 3 points, and a conclusion #modernwarfare

COMBAT BRIEFING NUMBER 952

The briefing by Colonel AC. Oguntoye for April 19, 2024, outlines extensive military operations and significant developments over the week from April 13 to April 19, 2024:

Strategic Strikes and Infrastructure Targets: Russian forces conducted 34 group strikes targeting Ukrainian energy facilities, military-industrial complexes, railway infrastructure, and air defense facilities, using high-precision weapons and drones. This includes strikes on drone operators’ training centers and troop deployment areas, aiming to cripple Ukraine's logistical and operational capabilities.

Frontline Engagements and Advances: In various directions such as Kupyansk, Donetsk, Avdeyevka, South Donetsk, and Kherson, Russian forces reported improvements in their tactical situations and inflicted heavy losses on Ukrainian forces. This includes repelling numerous counter-attacks and seizing more advantageous lines.

Heavy Casualties and Equipment Losses: Substantial Ukrainian casualties and losses of military hardware were reported, including tanks, armored fighting vehicles, multiple artillery systems, and electronic warfare stations. Notably, in Donetsk, losses included over 3,550 troops and significant artillery assets; in Avdeyevka, Russian forces repelled 53 counterattacks and eliminated over 2,170 troops within the week.

Counterbattery and Air Defense Success: Russian forces were effective in counterbattery warfare, destroying numerous field artillery guns and ammunition depots. Their air defense systems successfully intercepted a variety of threats including ATACMS missiles, Storm Shadow cruise missiles, JDAM bombs, and unmanned aerial vehicles.

Cumulative Destruction Figures: Updated total figures reflect the extensive scale of conflict destruction, with significant numbers of Ukrainian planes, helicopters, drones, and various military vehicles and artillery systems destroyed since the beginning of the operation.

Wider Operational Impact: The operations also targeted Ukrainian air force assets, destroying MiG-29 jets and An-26 aircraft, as well as S-300 and IRIS-T anti-aircraft systems, highlighting a focus on degrading Ukrainian air capabilities.

Overall, the briefing indicates a continuation of intensive military operations with strategic targeting aimed at undermining Ukraine's military infrastructure and forces, while Russian troops maintain pressure on multiple fronts. The comprehensive destruction metrics and the repulsion of numerous Ukrainian counterattacks underscore the scale and intensity of the ongoing conflict.